“Never Been So Nervous for a Goal Tender Before”: NHL World Goes Crazy After Oilers EBUNG Makes a Massive Save

As the game commenced, Edmonton Oilers ensured the lead from the very beginning. Dominating the Chicago Blackhawks, the Oilers were up 5-1 going into the third period. The lead was well-maintained way up; however, at the 17:34 mark, Oilers had to call Matt Berlin as the emergency backup. Making his debut at a critical juncture, the 25-year-old goalie for the University of Alberta Golden Bears lived up to everyone’s expectations and successfully secured a big save.

What followed next will eventually go down in NHL history as one of the best saves; young Matt won the fan’s hearts by delivering his best.

Fans shower Matt Berlin with all their love and praise

When Berlin joined, the Oilers were already up 5-1 and were inching close to victory. Thus when Berlin was allowed to play, it was a crucial moment. In the final 2:26 seconds, he successfully saved a shot by Caleb Jones. Having done the job with perfection, he left the Oilers fan elated. As soon as the post was shared, the fans were quick to express their happiness.

Showering him praise, one of the admirers on Facebook wrote, “He’s a goalie. Not a zamboni driver. Thanks for helping the team.” One of the users also congratulated the team for giving Berlin the opportunity. “I am so proud of the team’s leadership in giving him some ice time! Such a simple gesture that goes so far!” read one of the comments. Knowing how well Berlin played under the pressure, one of his fans wrote, “This made my night. Class act. Never been so nervous for a goal tender before 🤣.”

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Berlin had to step up and replace experienced player Stuart Skinner when the latter was ruled out for illness. Too late for the team to call up one of the regular goalies; Berline was called to the rim. Berlin, who was signed to an amateur tryout, was not expecting to play in place of an experienced goalie like Jackie Campbell. However, as destiny had planned already, Berlin found himself facing the Chicago Blackhawks. Thus, with his incredible feat, the Oilers’ fans kept showering him with their love.

Getting the much-deserved appreciation

Seeing him perform with such brilliance, one of the Facebook users was quick to write, “Amazing professional, why to treat this guy!” While others wrote, “Mind blown 👊😎” some nodded in agreement and said, “What a special day for the young man.” Needless to say, Berlin’s debut match will eventually go down as one of the best in the NHL history.

His achievement was also celebrated in the locker room, as he was awarded the team’s player of the game vest. As one of the admirers wrote, “Guys gonna likely finish his NHL career with a 1.000 save percentage & a 0.00 GAA. Loved the way you gave this guy one of the best moments of his life. Kudos!” one can not help but agree that he has his prospects bright. 

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